1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 16 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 215 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Imperial | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2430 mm |
