1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1300. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Zastava |
| Model | Valiant | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
