1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Alfa 6 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |