1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 345 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Berline | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |