1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1961 Fiat 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial 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 225 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1747 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | 850 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2010 mm |
