1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1982 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1982 Ford Cortina is newer by 26 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 187 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1982 Ford Cortina. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1982 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2590 mm |
