1946 Austin 16 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1946 Austin 16 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 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 16 | Celica |
Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |