1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1992 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. 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 99 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 610 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1992 Fiat Vivace, 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1992 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
