1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1962 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 575 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
