2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | 160 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2680 mm |
