1975 Chrysler 160 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1975 Chrysler 160 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler 160 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 160 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
