2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Sedici | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Sedici | Valiant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |