1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160. 1973 Chrysler 160 has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 160 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
