1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 58 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 150 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Imperial | Insight |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |