1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | Super 7 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
