1957 Toyota Crown vs. 1962 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1962 Volkswagen 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volkswagen 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volkswagen 1500 (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volkswagen 1500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 1962 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
