2001 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
