1971 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Matra-Simca M530.
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, 1971 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Matra-Simca M530 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | M530 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
