1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 24 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 157 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (119 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Thema |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
