1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 52 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 147 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Strada |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
