1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 160 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
