1951 Austin A vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 46 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 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1951 Austin A 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 1951 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry, 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A | Camry |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
