1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 29 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | Valiant | Salsa |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |