1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 447 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
