1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 47 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 355 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 99 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
