1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
