1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 545 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Giulietta | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |