1951 Toyota SA vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Toyota SA would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1951 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1951 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1951 Toyota SA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Toyota SA | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | SA | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
