1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 47 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 176 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1435 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Punto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |
