2002 Mazda 2 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mazda 2 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
