1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 146 | Crown |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |