1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 55 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 109 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Rio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
