1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 126 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 540 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:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
