1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 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 198 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 33 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3800 mm |
