2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Newport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3020 mm |
