1958 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 52 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, 2010 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Audi A1.
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, 2010 Audi A1, 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, 2010 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Toyota Crown | 2010 Audi A1 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Crown | A1 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2469 mm |