1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 52 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 217 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | C3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |
