1956 Chrysler C vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 352 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | C | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
