1969 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 44 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 243 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Century | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2980 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
