2004 Fiat Ecobasis vs. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ecobasis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ecobasis (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ecobasis should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Fiat Ecobasis.
Because 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Ecobasis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ecobasis. (162 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ecobasis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ecobasis | 1975 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Ecobasis | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
