1975 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Toyota Century.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Century | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2634 mm |
