1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1976 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1976 Mini MK IV is newer by 17 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 238 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1976 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | Imperial | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2040 mm |
