2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Stilo | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |