1958 Austin Princess vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin Princess (119 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Princess | Celica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2430 mm |