1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 34 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
