2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 45 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |