1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 50 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
