2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1972 Toyota Celica (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
