2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 GT. 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 (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | GT | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |