1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 819 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfasud | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
