1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Fiat 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
