1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 56 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 915 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2779 mm |
