1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1971 Lancia 2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial 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 159 more horse power than 1971 Lancia 2000. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1971 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
