1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 77 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Crown |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
