1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1962 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Chrysler | ZAZ |
| Model | New Yorker | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2030 mm |
