1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia 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 143 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Imperial | Silvia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2440 mm |