1996 Toyota Celica vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (91 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Celica | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Celica | Firenza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |