1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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 205 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2310 mm |
