2003 Kia Opirus vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 34 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 56 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Kia Opirus, 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Opirus | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
