1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 478 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Town & Country (285 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Alfa Romeo Chrysler
Model 2000 Town & Country
Year Released 1958 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 285 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 76 L


 

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