1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 805 kg more than 1981 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Vivace 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Fiat Plymouth
Model Vivace Trail Duster
Year Released 1981 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 3678 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 238 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2700 mm


 

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