2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 615 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Avantissimo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
