1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 43 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 209 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1514 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Imperial | Insight |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |