1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1959 Abarth 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1815 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3800 mm |
