2007 Nissan Note vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 219 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note. 1977 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Note has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Note will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Note | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
