1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 17 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2340 mm |
