1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1984 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1984 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1984 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 110 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
