1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 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 187 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
Model | Imperial | Charade |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2400 mm |