1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1956 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |
