1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Centura is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
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 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Centura | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Centura | Crown |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |