1975 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
| Model | Trail Duster | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
