1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 53 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 170 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1319 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Yaris |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1041 kg |