1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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 1969 Fiat 500. 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 (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 500 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |