2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 49 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 25 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
