2007 Suzuki Alto vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Alto is newer by 51 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Alto (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
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, 2007 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1956 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Alto | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1061 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
