1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1965 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 7 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 252 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1760 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Steyr |
| Model | Imperial | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 1510 mm |
