2005 Toyota Sparky vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 35 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 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 1970 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Sparky has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sparky | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sparky | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
