1972 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 665 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 500 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 1972 Fiat 500. 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
