1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
