1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1992 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Imperial | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |