1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 42 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 120 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 964 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Altezza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2800 mm |