1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 660 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Crown |
Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2597 cc |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |