1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 615 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Giulia | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |