2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 31 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 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
