1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 35 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3800 mm |
