1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 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 231 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2300 mm |
