1956 Toyota Crown vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1969 Triumph 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 1300 (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Because 1956 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 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300, 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, 1956 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Toyota Crown | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Crown | 1300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |