1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 232 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Renault | Celica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
