2004 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 1959 Toyota Crown
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Crown
Year Released 2004 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1453 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2540 mm