Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1973 Celica.
The 1973 Toyota Celica, as a first-generation model, is not directly covered by the complaint history data available for the model line from 1990 to 2005, which shows the 2000 model year with the highest number of complaints at 108 and the 2004 model year with the lowest at 4. This data indicates a general trend of decreasing complaints over the later years of the Celica's production, but for the 1973 model specifically, no complaint figures are recorded. Researchers should note that the 1973 Celica's reliability history is therefore not captured in this dataset, and its reputation must be assessed through other means.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 165 in |
| Overall width | 61.8 in |
| Overall height | 49.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Celica of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | ST Coupe 1.9L I-4 | 11.50 sec | 18.20 sec | 97 hp | RWD |
| 1971 | ST Coupe 1.9L I-4 | 12.70 sec | 19.00 sec | 97 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
HEATER HOSES ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION, RESULTING IN SHORTER SERVICE LIFE. Remedy: HEATER HOSES WILL BE REPLACED ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE.
Showing 4 of 4 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota PRO19-02 | 2022-01-12 | Tires | POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all… |
| Safety Recall an | 2016-07-21 | Equipment | Update on Technician Certification Requirements. |
| T-PG007-01 | 2001-05-04 | Equipment | Replacement vin plates. |
| T-PG002-91 | 1991-01-18 | Equipment | Product general information. |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.