1996 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
