1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160.
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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
