1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1967 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1967 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
