1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1967 Austin 1300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 1300 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 1300 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |
