1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 6 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 2 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 715 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | 33 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |