1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
