1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1963 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1963 Ford Anglia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1582 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1963 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2310 mm |
