1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5660 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 995 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | C3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5660 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |
