1964 Checker Town vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Checker Town is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Checker Town (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 1956 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1956 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Town | Crown |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2540 mm |
