2001 Acura Integra vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 28 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 1973 Toyota Century (236 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1973 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 1973 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
