1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Junior | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |