1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 1610 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
