1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 60 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
