1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 52 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 166 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1241 kg more than 2010 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Imperial | Accent |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2499 mm |
