1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 29 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 160 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Sprint | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3800 mm |
