1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial 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 229 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
Model | Imperial | Appia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |