1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 35 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 83 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 281 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | Fit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2499 mm |
