2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Barchetta | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
