1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 206 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 206 (217 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 206 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 206.
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:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 70 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 90 L |
