2007 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 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 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |