2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 168 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Strada | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |