2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 805 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 (177 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
