2002 Mazda Spiano vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Spiano | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Spiano | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
