1981 Toyota Celica vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 334 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible, 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Celica | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
