1947 Austin 16 vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Because 1947 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 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
