1958 Toyota Crown vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 51 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 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, 2009 Hyundai i20, 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Toyota Crown | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Crown | i20 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2525 mm |
