2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
