2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1967 Toyota Century

To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 36 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century. 1967 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 1967 Toyota Century
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 6 Century
Year Released 2007 1967
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 134 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 200 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2870 mm


 

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