1976 Toyota Celica vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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, both vehicles can yield 135 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Celica | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
