1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 160 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
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, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Datsun |
| Model | 160 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
