2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2540 mm |
