1961 Renault 4 vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1967 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 720 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Renault 4, 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault 4 | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
