1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 30 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 128 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sports Convertible | Crown |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |