1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Celica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
