1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 is newer by 1 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 189 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | 1000 | Imperial |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3800 mm |