1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 44 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 148 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Avensis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |