1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1983 Citroen CX
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 24 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 170 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1983 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Imperial | CX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2750 mm |