1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Dino | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |