1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
