1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 126 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 126.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
