1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1979 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 160. 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1979 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 110 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
