1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Crown | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Celica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
