1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 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 165 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 760 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. 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 1962 Austin A 40. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
