1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | Tickford | Celica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |