1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 1 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, 1973 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Consorte | Century |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2870 mm |