1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Impreza | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |