1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 69 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 2200 | Crown |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |