1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
