1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1958 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2360 mm |
