1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 844 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Giulia | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |
