1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Celica |
Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |