2004 Rover 75 vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 48 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 335 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 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, 2004 Rover 75, 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 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 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 | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |