1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 54 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 173 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Imperial | Indica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
