1996 Suzuki Cappuccino vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino, 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Cappuccino | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
