2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1968 Toyota Century

To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1968 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2000 MCC ForTwo 1968 Toyota Century
Make MCC Toyota
Model ForTwo Century
Year Released 2000 1968
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 799 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 40 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 1810 mm 2870 mm


 

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