1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 48 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 128 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 836 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2690 mm |
