1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Linea is newer by 29 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Fiat Linea. 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, 2010 Fiat Linea, 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, 2010 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Celica | 2010 Fiat Linea | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Celica | Linea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2759 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |