1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 35 | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |
