1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Celica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |