1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 50 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 143 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2380 mm |
