1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
