1986 Toyota Century vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1986 Toyota Century is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Century (153 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 825 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Century | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Century | 1600 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 289 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |