1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 24 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 45 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1976 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Chrysler | MCC |
| Model | 160 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1810 mm |
