1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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 1,638 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 160 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1638 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
