1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 29 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 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | Visa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2440 mm |
