2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1959 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Yaris 1959 Toyota Crown
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Yaris Crown
Year Released 2009 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 1453 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2540 mm


 

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