1979 Subaru Coupe vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 19 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
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, 1979 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Coupe | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Crown |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |