1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 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 202 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
