1977 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 965 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SSC Aero weights approximately 313 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1195 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Celica | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Toyota | SSC |
| Model | Celica | Aero |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
