1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 99 | Celica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |