1962 Toyota Crown vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Crown | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
