1957 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Toyota Crown | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Crown | 2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2489 mm |