1977 Renault 4 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Renault 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Renault 4, 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 4 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
