2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
