1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160.
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, 1978 Chrysler 160 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 160 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
