1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 13 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 515 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Tipo | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |