2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 261 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |