2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Toyota Century.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Pregio | 1974 Toyota Century | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Pregio | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |