best distributor for the buck

Parts house factory replacement. Grab one for a 73 Dart V8, if you want electronic.
Slap it in, see how it runs. If you like the curve, go with it.
If you want to change the curve, get a dist curve plate from 4 seconds flat.

The factory ignition is tried and true. One of the best ignitions ever invented. Good enough to propel cars into 9's.
No reson to get all jiggy with it. Put in a Chrysler unit, the way Ma Mopar intended.

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That's definitely a good option for the money at about $45 with adjustable vac advance.