1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 206 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 206 (217 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 206 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 475 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:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 55 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
