2007 Peugeot 1007 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 1007 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 1007 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
