1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta

To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.

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