1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1973 Porsche 914 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914.
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 Porsche 914 (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 160 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
