2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 380 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 1979 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, 1979 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, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Stilo | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1615 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 |