1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 152 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
