1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 107 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | C-Type | Celica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
