1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | New Yorker | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1870 mm |
