2006 Subaru Outback vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 36 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
