1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
