1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 21 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 154 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | 5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
