2008 Kia Spectra5 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Kia Spectra5.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra5. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Spectra5 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Spectra5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
