1968 Toyota Century vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Century | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | Avensis |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |