2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 42 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
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, 2009 Kia Rondo, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rondo | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |