2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (85 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
