1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 1974 Morris 1800 is newer by 17 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 191 more horse power than 1974 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1974 Morris 1800. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Imperial | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |
