1951 Austin A vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 495 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A | Celica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
