1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 362 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
