1981 Toyota Celica vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Celica | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Celica | Aspire |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1297 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |