2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Kamal | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
