1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Felicia is newer by 39 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) has 209 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1998 Skoda Felicia. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Imperial | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
