1986 Austin Montego vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Austin Montego is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego.
Because 1955 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Austin Montego, 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 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Crown |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |