1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1961 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1961 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Chrysler | ZAZ |
| Model | Valiant | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
