1998 Audi A3 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A3 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Audi A3.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A3 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |