1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, both 1977 Chrysler Valiant and 1977 Fiat 126 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 840 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Valiant | 126 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |