2001 Audi A2 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 41 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
