1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 90 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
