1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 23 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 20 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1974 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1974 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | New Yorker | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
