1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160.
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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 1973 Chrysler 160 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler 160 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | 1400 | 160 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |