1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
