1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 61 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 975 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Imperial | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2530 mm |
