1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1961 Ferrari 156
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 156 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 230 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 156.
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1958 Austin A 35 | 1961 Ferrari 156 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 35 | 156 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 9500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2330 mm |