1998 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Century (128 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai 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, 1971 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Coupe | 1971 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
