1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1971 Chrysler 160 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 65 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler 160 | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 160 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
