1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1978 Toyota Starlet is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2310 mm |
