1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Valiant and 1971 Honda 1300 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. 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 Honda 1300, 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Valiant | 1300 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |