1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 40 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Scion |
| Model | Valiant | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
