1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
