1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1958 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 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 238 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Imperial | 440 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| 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 | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
