1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1959 Abarth 850 is newer by 1 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 206 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 850 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3800 mm |
