2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
