1975 Chrysler 160 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler 160 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 160 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
