1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 158 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
