2003 Mazda Spiano vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Mazda Spiano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Spiano | 1996 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Spiano | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
