1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 930 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Newport | 1600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 543 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |