1975 Chrysler 160 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1975 Chrysler 160 and 1975 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1975 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chrysler 160 1975 Toyota Corolla
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model 160 Corolla
Year Released 1975 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1639 cc 1165 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1065 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2380 mm


 

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