1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 155 kg more than 1953 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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | C-Type | Celica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
