1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Spider | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 311 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3078 mm |