1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. 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 (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | 130 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
