1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1974 Chrysler 160 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 129 kg more than 1974 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
