1954 Citroen Traction vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen Traction. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen Traction would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen Traction is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Citroen Traction. (77 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen Traction. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 Citroen Traction. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen Traction, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen Traction | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Traction | Crown |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
