1996 Proton 400 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Proton 400.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, 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 Proton 400 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
