1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 20 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 196 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1979 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Alfetta | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3800 mm |
