1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | 145 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |