1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Maserati Indy 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 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Indy | Celica |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |