1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1406 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
