1962 Toyota Crown vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Crown | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
