1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 2400 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3800 mm |
