2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
