1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, both 1973 Abarth 124 and 1973 Chrysler Valiant were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Abarth 124 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | 124 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1400 kg |