1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 160 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
