1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1982 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 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) has 196 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1982 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | Visa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2440 mm |
