1980 Audi Sport vs. 1960 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 20 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.

Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Sport 1960 Toyota Crown
Make Audi Toyota
Model Sport Crown
Year Released 1980 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2133 cc 1897 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 78 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L


 

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