1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 23 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 754 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 857 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotec |
| Model | 160 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
