1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 1300 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3800 mm |
