1983 Toyota Celica vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 199 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
