1971 Chrysler Centura vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Centura is newer by 12 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 157 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Centura. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Centura | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Centura | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3800 mm |
