2005 Peugeot 607 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607, 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 607 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 607 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
