1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 33 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 905 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 160 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
