1955 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 53 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 266 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Yaris |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |