1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 794 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Alfa Romeo Chrysler
Model Giulia Town & Country
Year Released 1974 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1288 cc 3776 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 289 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1804 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3040 mm


 

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