1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 49 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 177 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Imperial | i20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2525 mm |
