2006 Chevrolet Rezzo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 25 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 137 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo, 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Rezzo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Rezzo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
