1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfasud | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
