1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 36 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 186 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121.
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, 1996 Mazda 121, 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 121 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 121 | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |