1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 18 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 181 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 110 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3800 mm |
