1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1996 Fiat Multipla is newer by 19 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 4 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Fiat Multipla. 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 1996 Fiat Multipla. 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) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Multipla | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Multipla | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
