1998 Rover 75 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 38 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Rover 75, 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 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
