1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | A1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1197 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2469 mm |
