1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Fiat Tempra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Tempra | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Tempra | Celica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |