1966 Fiat 850 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 889 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 850 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |