1979 Subaru Coupe vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Century (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 885 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1967 Toyota Century (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 1967 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Coupe has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Coupe | 1967 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Century |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
