1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 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 71 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 585 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1180 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 |
