1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 126 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 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 553 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 450 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:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 40 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
