1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1964 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1964 Fiat 1300 is newer by 5 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1964 Fiat 1300. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1964 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2430 mm |
