1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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 1973 Fiat 126. 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 (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 126 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
