1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1962 DAF 750. 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, 1978 Chrysler 160 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Chrysler | DAF |
| Model | 160 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2060 mm |
