1955 Toyota Crown vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1955 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Toyota Crown | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Yaris |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |