1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 160 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
