2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 23 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | Beaulieu | 160 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
