2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 27 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), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 384 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.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 1978 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 8C Competizione | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |