1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1966 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1966 Innocenti J4 is newer by 9 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 220 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1966 Innocenti J4. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1966 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Innocenti |
| Model | Imperial | J4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2380 mm |
