1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 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 (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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 1983 Fiat 127. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 127 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |