1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 95 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
