2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | 159 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |