1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
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 Chevrolet Corvair | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvair | Celica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |