2009 Audi A3 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 45 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (148 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
