1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1954 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1955 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1954 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2220 mm |
