1975 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 38 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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 313 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Century | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Century | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1655 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
