1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 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 411 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 155 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
