1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 535 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 30 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 1955 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
