1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 172 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1459 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
