2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 36 L |
