1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4.
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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler 160 | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | 160 | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |