1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Celica | MiTo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1366 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
