1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 19 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 62 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | New Yorker | Centura |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2680 mm |
