2005 Toyota Celica vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corona 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Celica | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
