1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
