2002 Toyota FXS vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FXS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota FXS | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | FXS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4290 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
