1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler 160 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
