1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Chrysler 160 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1974 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 160 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
