1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano is newer by 20 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 94 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 857 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Caimano | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3190 mm |
