1986 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
