2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 30 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
