1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 55 | Celica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |