1999 Toyota Celica vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Celica (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Celica | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
