1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 6 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 49 kg more than 1970 Chrysler 160.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
