2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | MiTo | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
