1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1967 Toyota Crown is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 685 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 35 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
