1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 949 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Alfasud | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |