1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 57 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 89 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2649 mm |
