1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 34 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1013 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1307 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Zenvo |
| Model | Valiant | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3055 mm |
