1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 164 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3800 mm |
