1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
