2006 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 740 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
