1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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 129 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
