2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 28 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 165 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra, 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, 2006 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
