1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | New Yorker | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
