1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 879 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Giulietta | 300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |