1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1994 Fiat 126
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 36 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 250 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1715 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1994 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | 126 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 1850 mm |
