1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 43 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 168 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | C2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
