1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 31 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Celica | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2615 mm |
