1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 43 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 167 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | Familia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |
