2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
