1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 30 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 921 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2009 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. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfasud | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
