1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | GTA | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
