1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Celica | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Celica | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |