1963 Opel Kapitan vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1963 Opel Kapitan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,605 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 506 kg more than 1963 Opel Kapitan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kapitan | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kapitan | Crown |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2605 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
