1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Sports Convertible | Celica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |