1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 15 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 223 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
