1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 726 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (130 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | 1609 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2007 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
