1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 57 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Chrysler New Yorker 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 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | New Yorker | Civic |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
