1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 45 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 194 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Imperial | Accent |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
