1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (360 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Giulietta | 300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
