1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 30 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 132 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 205 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
