1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Quattro | Crown |
Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |