1969 Toyota Century vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1969 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2980 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
