1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 182 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
