1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 60 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | New Yorker | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
