1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Imperial | Nova |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |
