1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 99 | Celica |
Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |