1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 380 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
