2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | BT-50 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
