1964 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
