1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 120 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 70 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 86 L |