2006 Honda Insight vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |