1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 34 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 546 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.
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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 160 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
