1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 43 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 209 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2210 mm |
