1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 401 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Celica |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |