1963 Fiat Berline vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 840 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Berline 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 1963 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Berline | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | Berline | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |