1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1199 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3800 mm |
