1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Spider | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |