1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133.
Because 1979 Fiat 133 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 1979 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 133 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | 133 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3078 mm |