1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 48 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 775 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | GTV | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |