1956 Austin Princess vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |
