1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 51 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 167 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Imperial | Getz |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
