1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1990 Toyota Century
To start off, 1990 Toyota Century is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Century weights approximately 942 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Century 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 1990 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1990 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300. 1990 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1990 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Century |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |
