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Toyota Century Diesel

General information

ModelToyota Century Diesel
Year1967
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2981 ccm (181.90 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2981 ccm (181.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque247 Nm (25.2 kgf-m or 182.2 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0958 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3750 litres (991 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1800 kg (3,968.3 pounds)
Overall length4990 mm (196.5 inches)
Overall width1900 mm (74.8 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2870 mm (113.0 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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