1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 700 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3800 mm |
