1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1638 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
