1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 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 158 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2640 mm |
