2001 Suzuki GSX R4 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 44 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (137 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | GSX R4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
