1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1973 Chrysler 160 has manual transmission. 1973 Chrysler 160 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 160 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
