1968 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 42 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 48 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Fiat Idea. 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, 2010 Fiat Idea, 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, 1968 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Century | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Century | Idea |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
