1973 Toyota Century vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa, 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, 1973 Toyota Century (236 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 1973 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa. 2001 Toyota Opa has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Opa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Century | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Opa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |
