2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 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, 2006 Hummer H3 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H3 | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2870 mm |
