1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Celica |
Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |