1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | 160 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
