1958 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 55 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 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Toyota Crown | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Crown | Lancer |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2635 mm |