1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1999 Audi S3
To start off, 1999 Audi S3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1999 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | S3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
