2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 29 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 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 (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 166 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
