1958 Toyota Crown vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2002 Toyota Prius is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Prius (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Prius, 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, 2002 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2002 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Toyota Crown | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Prius |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
