1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1975 Porsche 924 is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1970 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, 1975 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 160 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
