2005 Opel Tigra vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
