1970 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 245 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05, 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, 1970 Toyota Century (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Century | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Century | CX-05 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4555 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2165 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |