1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 34 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 238 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Swift |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2370 mm |
