1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 10 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 183 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | GTA | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3800 mm |
