1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
