1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 994 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
