1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Alfa Romeo Chrysler
Model Giulia Town & Country
Year Released 1971 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 251 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3040 mm


 

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