2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 30 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) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Stilo | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |