2005 Toyota Celica vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1975 Toyota Century 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 1975 Toyota Century. 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Celica | 1975 Toyota Century | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Celica | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |