1996 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 126 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (157 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
