1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 51 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 153 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 962 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. 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 2010 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Astra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |
