1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1971 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Centura (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1971 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Vega | Centura |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
