1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 25 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 176 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Beta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2480 mm |
