1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Crown |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |