1957 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1997 Renault Twingo is newer by 40 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Because 1957 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo. 1997 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Crown | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
