1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 61 L |
