1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 31 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Valiant | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
