2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Doblo | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |