1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 25 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 133 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |
