1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 581 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (176 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2910 mm |
