2008 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |