1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 1900 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
