1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1960 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2350 mm |
