1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 25 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 176 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Regata |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
