1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
