1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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 57 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 580 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
