1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3800 mm |
