1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 647 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
