1980 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler 1609 (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 1980 Chrysler 1609 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 1609 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 1609 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
