2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | K2700 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1453 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
