1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler 160 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | 160 | 750 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |