2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
