1962 Austin A 99 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 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 99 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
