1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1980 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (101 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 900 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat Panda. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat Panda | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Panda | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 770 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |