1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Giulietta | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |