1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1957 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
