1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
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, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 160 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
