1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfetta | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3800 mm |
