1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 25 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 27 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 160 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
