1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1975 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1975 Chrysler 160 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1975 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Vega | 160 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
