1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 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 202 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1394 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
