1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Euro 1 | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |