2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 29 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Spider | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |