1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 810 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 87 L |
