1969 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 41 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Century | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
