1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler 160 | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | 160 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |