1995 Ford Probe vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 35 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe.
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, 1995 Ford Probe, 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Probe | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Crown |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |