1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1974 Simca 1100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial 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 188 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1974 Simca 1100. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Imperial | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2530 mm |
