1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 187 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Scion |
| Model | Centura | tC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
