2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
