1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial 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) has 194 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2350 mm |
