1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2006 Toyota Celica

To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.

Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica, 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 2006 Toyota Celica
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Bel Air Celica
Year Released 1956 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3869 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 6800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 55 L


 

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