2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 137 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
