2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 49 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 172 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Aveo | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3800 mm |
