1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 26 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan 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 215 kg more than 1999 Morgan 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, 1999 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | 160 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
