1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 42 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 158 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |
