1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 41 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 145 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |
