1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 48 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 127 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chrysler | MCC |
| Model | New Yorker | Smart |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2280 mm |
