1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
