2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 300 | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |