1969 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 42 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, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 539 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
