1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Celica |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |