2008 Kia Carnival vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 49 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 738 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, 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 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
