1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
