2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon, 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, 2008 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ikon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
