1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 1300 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
