1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1960 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 2000 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3800 mm |
