1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 (332 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | GTV | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |