2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
