1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Celica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |