1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 172 kg more than 2000 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (362 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ascari |
| Model | Valiant | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
