2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Century (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Toyota Century.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 1967 Toyota Century (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 1967 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sedona | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |