1999 Honda Today vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 25 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 31 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Today | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |