1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 50 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 191 more horse power than 2010 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2010 Audi A1. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Imperial | A1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2469 mm |
