2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 124 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
