2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 86 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna, 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, 2001 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Duna | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
