1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1970 Chrysler 160 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 1970 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
