1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1982 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 126 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 126 (573 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1982 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:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1982 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 135 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 11000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
