2009 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |