1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Sprinter | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Crown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1453 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
