2005 Kia Retona vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 64 kg more than 1972 Toyota Century.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
