2003 Suzuki Ignis vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 47 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Ignis | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1327 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
