1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1499 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
