1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1971 Chrysler 160 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 69 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler 160 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 160 | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
