1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (345 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Valiant | Islero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
