2006 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic 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. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
