1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 45 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 172 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
