1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Valiant and 1971 Fiat 128 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | 128 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
