1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 45 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 118 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Punto |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |
