1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 700 | Celica |
Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |