1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 22 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
Because 1979 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 1979 Chrysler 160. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda City, 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, 1979 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 2001 Honda City | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 160 | City |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
