1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1966 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1966 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1966 Plymouth Valiant.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1966 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Bel Air | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
