1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
