1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 40 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 173 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1454 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Imperial | Lupo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2330 mm |