1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ascari |
| Model | Valiant | A10 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2636 mm |
