1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1249 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2750 mm |
