1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Mazda 121
To start off, 1995 Mazda 121 is newer by 35 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 204 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1995 Mazda 121. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 121 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
