2003 Skoda Superb vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Skoda Superb is newer by 43 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Superb (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Skoda Superb, 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, 2003 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Superb | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Superb | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
