1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, both 1971 Abarth 595 and 1971 Chrysler Valiant were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 950 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Abarth 595 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | 595 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |