1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1963 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1963 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 5 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 214 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1963 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2260 mm |
