1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 12 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 187 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2440 mm |
