2003 Tata E vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Tata E is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata E weights approximately 394 kg more than 1977 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, 2003 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata E | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | E | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
