1960 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2005 Kia Magentis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 228 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis, 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, 2005 Kia Magentis (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown. 2005 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Toyota Crown | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Crown | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
