2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
