2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1968 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
