1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
