1996 Kia Retona vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Retona | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |