1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 19 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 454 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfetta | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
