1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Junior | 300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3060 mm |