1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. 1979 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfetta | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
