1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 55 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 136 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2012 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1258 kg |
