1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 17 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 21 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | 33 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |