1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 33 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 186 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2740 mm |
