1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 26 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 156 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. 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 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Croma |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2670 mm |
