1965 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1965 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 1965 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 1965 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Crown | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Crown | 147 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1970 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
