1988 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Because 1956 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 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic, 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, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Crown |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |