1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 682 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
