1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfasud | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3800 mm |
