1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 16 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 1,962 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda RX-3 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-3 | Crown |
Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2540 mm |