1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 1975 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. 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 145 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 890 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. 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 (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Valiant | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |