1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
