1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 48 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | Imperial | Leon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |