2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 274 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1955 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Fiesta | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |