1975 Toyota Century vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Century | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Allion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
