1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1959 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 1900 | Imperial |
Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3800 mm |