1963 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (97 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1963 Toyota Crown (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Crown | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
