1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 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 141 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 130 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |