2006 Suzuki Forenza vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 50 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Forenza | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Forenza | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |