1972 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Autobianchi A 112 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | A 112 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
