1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 915 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Scarabeo | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 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 | 700 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2700 mm |