2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera, 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 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
