2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler 160.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 160 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 789 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
