1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Focus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
