1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 27 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. 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, 2000 Vauxhall Agila, 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Valiant | Agila |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
