2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Altezza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
