1972 Renault 12 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Renault 12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 344 kg more than 1972 Renault 12.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 12, 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, 1957 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 12 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 12 | Crown |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |