2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Town & Country | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
