1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Celica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |