1957 Opel Kapitan vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 1983 Toyota Century is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 585 kg more than 1957 Opel Kapitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1983 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Kapitan | 1983 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kapitan | Century |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
