1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 49 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 168 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2490 mm |
