1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Dardo | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |