1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Alfetta | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |