1996 Honda Today vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1973 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Today | Century |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
