2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Neon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon, 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, 2000 Chrysler Neon (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Neon | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |