1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1999 Fiat Coupe is newer by 39 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 146 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Imperial | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |
