1960 Toyota Crown vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 47 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 100 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, 2007 Audi A3, 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, 2007 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown. 2007 Audi A3 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. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Toyota Crown | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Crown | A3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
