1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 37 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 235 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Kappa | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |