1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1970 Chrysler 160 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Chrysler 160.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
