1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 1973 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1953 Plymouth Cambridge has manual transmission. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Vega | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
