1957 Ford Popular vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1962 Toyota Crown is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 517 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Popular | Crown |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |