2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ikon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
