1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Because 1978 Chrysler 160 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Chrysler 160. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 160 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
