2006 Kia Optima vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Optima (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 625 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Optima | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Optima | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
