1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
