1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfetta | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
