1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164.
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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 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:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 164 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
