1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Chrysler 160
To start off, both 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1972 Chrysler 160 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1972 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Spider | 160 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1068 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 |