2004 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 139 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1955 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (156 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
