1963 Ford Consul vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 473 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Crown |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
