1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | iQ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1364 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2000 mm |
